Review: Hot as Puck

Hot as Puck by Lili Valente
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Friends don't let friends get eaten by cats Stars

I'm hitting up a bunch of firsts here lately and this is my first Lili Valente book. Can I say I'm mad at myself for this? This is one of those light and fun reads that just leave you feeling good about life. You want to be a part of their circle and you wish you could curl up and call them when you need something. The characters make you feel that good. They are sweet and caring and would do anything for each other.

Including a little bit of hands on sex-ed.

Because what's a little sex between best friends?

Libby, our sweet, sweet Libby wants to know more about sex. She wants to feel beautiful and sexy and confident. She doesn't want to be a bumbling idiot with the opposite sex any longer. And who better to help her than her best friend, hockey hotshot Justin Cruise?

Friends don't let friends get eaten by cats, and Libby's been my friend for too long for me to say no when she needs me to say yes.

Because Justin really is a nice guy and he really doesn't want to disappoint his best friend, he goes for it. It's just going to be a little coaching and confidence building, right? He won't touch her. He won't. Nope. Hands off Libby.

But why is she all of a sudden so appealing? Why is he looking at her like that? Why is that forbidden fruit always the sweetest?

I don't want to lose her friendship, but I don't want to live the rest of my life without knowing what it feels like to fuck her, either.

Because sometimes that girl you shouldn't touch, is just too good to resist.

These two are so freaking cute together. They do cute, creative things together--and not in a dirty way, you perv--and they are overall just a fun couple. Like I said, this book gives you all the good feels in all the best ways.

Sometimes you want to be kissed like you're the only woman in the world, touched like you're irreplaceable, and made love to with a passion that makes it clear you are the answer to every question, the balm for every wound, the dream that will still be beautiful and true when all the other dreams have gone yellow and faded with time.

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Review: Impossible

Impossible by Laurel Ulen Curtis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 "Hot summer days are my new favorite things" Stars

My first Laurel Ulen Curtis book, but not my last.

Wow, the fact that this book is available for free blows my mind. She shouldn't be giving this stuff away. I fell head over heels for Coleman Cade. Junior and "the original." This makes me want to travel to middle of nowhere and see what those cowboys are all about.

Because, yes, this is a book that features a bull ridin' alpha male. And cowboys aren't typically my thing, but day-um, Coleman Cade is my thing.

"Finding the right woman is a lot like ridin' a bull. You'll know in a little over eight seconds whether they're worth a second ride or not. And, as you know, the best ones usually buck you off a few times before givin' you the ride of your life."

I don't know if I've ever heard someone compare a woman to a bull before, but this is one of those times when it works.
It.
Just.
Works.
And it works because it is so Coleman that it's almost expected. And Coleman is nothing like I expected.
Turns out he isn't anything that Roni expected either.

Roni. Crazy storm chaser running from the demons of her past. We all have a past, but not everyone's is as tortured or painful as Roni's. Not everyone can understand loss. Not everyone faces the pain--and Roni is one of those people who run. And she runs as far away as she can possibly go. She carries her possessions with her, staying at hotels, and never putting down roots.

Until she stumbles upon Coleman Cade, Junior.

"You drive like a crazy person. Seriously, bat shit, round the fuckin' bend, crazy."

Well, she chases storms, so it makes sense. And she's running from something, so again, it makes sense. But when someone finally decides she's worth more than what she's been doing, what does she do? What does she do when she finally feels the pull of something greater than her pain, her past?

"I need to go." He chuckled, actually chucked, and murmured, "Yeah, I bet you do."

She runs. But she doesn't necessarily run away, she tends to run back. Back to the Cades, back to CJ and Nan and Coleman. It isn't until she realizes those pesky feelings are in play that she runs the other way.

But they've left an impression.

"I don't want you to be sorry for claiming me, I just want you to be sincere while you're doin' it."

Because the Cades aren't the only people to leave an impression. Coleman has been known for his womanizing ways and those women don't take kindly to the new girl in town catching his eye. And Roni isn't a big fan of having those other women throwing themselves at the guy she's interested in--even if she is pushing him away.

So, jump on this crazy, Impossible ride and fall in love with Coleman Cade--both of them. You'll love Nan and you'll love Roni, even when you think you won't.

And did I mention that Mrs. Curtis actually surprised me. I thought I had it all figured out, I thought I knew what was happening and how it would end, but she caught me off guard. She threw a curveball when I was expecting a fast ball. So, thank you for a pleasant--and sad--surprise.

"A lady should only ride two things, sweetheart. A horse and her man. But only after she has a solid relationship with both."

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Review: One Fear

One Fear by Belle Brooks
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I wasn't sure what I was getting with this book, but I couldn't put it down.

I will acknowledge the fact that I went into this story blind. I didn't read the blurb, didn't read early reviews. I'm so glad I knew nothing of this book.

This is a psychological thriller. You're going to be taken on a crazy ride where you don't know what is happening, who is chasing you, or what kind of game you're playing.

You're going to love it. And you're going to be terrified.

And you're going to want to know what happens when it's all said and done.

Great job, Belle Brooks, for giving me a thriller that kept me on the edge of my seat. I can't wait for the next book.

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Review: The Independents II

The Independents II by Aaron L. Speer
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 punishment Stars

Wow. Just wow. Aaron Speer did it again with The Independents. I am blown away by the detail and the imagery given in such a short story. It's clear, concise, and I want the next installment yesterday.

Ben has submitted his book to a publisher. He swears it's his own creation.

But what happens when the guy who originally penned the novel comes forward and tries to tell the truth?

Is Ben punished? Or is the other guy punished? Who is in the wrong? How do we prove it?

Those questions are asked every day--more so in this indie book community than others, it seems. Those authors who work hard, put their heart and soul into something, only to have that hard work stolen right from under them.

It's happening.

What isn't happening?

The Independents aren't really there to serve justice. They aren't there to protect the innocent. They aren't there to squash the lies.

I'm sending my thanks to Mr. Speer for allowing me into this little world where the truth is more important than anything else.

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Review: His Turn

His Turn by J.A. Huss
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 He goes slow Stars

Many series start out strong and end in a slump, but not a JA Huss series. And that's not just Turning series specific, that is ALL THE SERIES.

But the focus is here, on His Turn, where we finally--FINALLY--get Bric's story. We get his dominance, we get his submission, and we get his understanding.

And this story is everything I could have ever wanted in this Alpha Asshole. Bric is the asshole. He's manipulative, controlling, demanding, and fucking brilliant.

Elias Bricman wants me to be the slave of his dreams? Wants to own me? Dominate me? Make me submit?

Pretty sure I would be running for the hills. Pretty sure Elias Bricman would scare the shit out of me and I wouldn't know what to do or how to handle him. And that's saying a lot because I always think I can handle Huss men. But Bric, fuck. I don't even know what to say here. He's special. And brilliant. And manipulative as fuck. There isn't a move he makes that isn't calculated. Which is why Nadia is special. She's also manipulative and calculating. The two are destined to explode.

"Did you ever think winning would be so... so fucking sweet?"

Winning? Fuck. Was this all a game? Was it all just one big mindfuck? Who is winning? Do either of them really win? The game is very give and take. They both believe they are giving, when in reality they are both taking. They take from others, they take from each other, and they take from themselves.

He goes slow. And he's soft. Even though I know he's neither of those things.

But I think he is those things. I think Bric is slow and soft, but fast and hard at the same time. I think he is a man who thinks he knows exactly what he wants, when in reality he's just busy trying to bury his past. He's burying who he is at his core and he does that through kinky- fuckery.

However, that kinky fuckery will have you grabbing a fan, a cool glass of water, and maybe a new set of sheets when it's all said and done. Notice I didn't mention panties. If you're smart--or if you've just read Huss before--you'll know to leave those at the door. No need for those around here. And especially not with Elias Bricman.

#OneHandedRead #FuckedUp #Mindfuck #TurningPointClub #MFM #

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Review: Swear

Swear by Adriana Locke
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Have you met the Landry's? If not, you should. Each sibling is fantastic in their own way and I want to be besties with each and every single one of them. Well, except maybe Graham because, well, Graham, but that's not the point of this review.

Ford Landry is the point of this review. And he is so freaking determined to win over Ellie.

We all knew he had a past. We all knew there was someone he let down when he left. But what we didn't know was why he left or who he left behind.

We learn all about Ford Landry and Ellie Pagan in Swear.

And I'm not disappointed at all. Ford is everything you want in a mad: determined, gorgeous, kind, stable, loving.

If you have been hiding under a rock, start with Barrett Landry and then move on to Linc and Graham.

This is book four of six. Those girls will get their stories as well.

Thank you, Adriana, for giving me an entire family to love.

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Review: Safe Word

Safe Word by Teresa Mummert
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Sometimes you grab a book and you think you know what you're getting. Turns out, I was clueless. This is the second time Teresa Mummert has surprised me with the content, despite the blurb.

And it isn't a bad surprise.

This isn't your typical love story. Colt isn't a good guy. He isn't necessarily a bad guy, but he's pushing for something big to happen in his life and he isn't doing it on the up and up.

That's okay though because you're still gonna like this guy.

You'll even like Rose. As far as women go, she's alright in my book. Keeps Colt on his toes and keeps him a bit grounded.

It's a bit dark and twisted. I hope you enjoy the ride.

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